 Pakistani scientists are fine-tuning a new version of nuclear-capable missile, which could suggest the country will test fire it soon, an official at one of Pakistanâs main nuclear facilities said on Friday. The official, who spoke on condition of anonymity because he is not authorized to speak to the media, refused to say whether it was a long-range missile, or provide any other details. âOur scientists have started putting the final touches on a missile and Pakistan may test it soon,â the official said.
| "We call it the 'V-3'," he added. |
The local Nawa-i-Waqt newspaper had reported Friday that Pakistan was likely to test fire a ballistic missile before Aug. 14. But army spokesman Gen. Shaukat Sultan refused to confirm the report, saying he had no such information.
| "I know nothing. Now go away." |
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